Why a single-use plastic bag and straw ordinance in Media and why now?
  • To reduce plastic pollution
  • To reduce plastic litter
  • To reduce plastic waste
  • Our neighbor states, New York, New Jersey and Delaware, have single-use plastic bag laws; some of our neighboring municipalities have already enacted ordinances:
    • West Goshen
    • Haverford
    • West Chester
    • Narberth
    • Philadelphia
  • Media residents are concerned about environmental issues and want to be part of the solution

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1. Why a single-use plastic bag and straw ordinance in Media and why now?
2. How did this ordinance come about?
3. What types of bags are banned under the ordinance?
4. What straws would be banned under the ordinance?
5. Why are plastic bags so harmful?
6. What types of bags will businesses be able to provide?
7. What about the bag-fee?
8. What happens if my business fails to comply?
9. My business not only complies with the ordinance, but also has other sustainability initiatives to reduce waste. Can I be recognized for these efforts?
10. Where can my business or customers find more information on the ordinance?
11. What else can I do to reduce plastic pollution?